StudyLancet review: cannabinoids in chronic non-cancer pain — updated evidence synthesisRegulatoryGermany: BfArM publishes updated guidance on medicinal cannabis prescribingStudyNEJM: CBD adjunctive therapy in treatment-resistant epilepsy — long-term follow-upRegulatoryTGA Australia releases revised Special Access Scheme statisticsBusinessTilray and Aphria file expanded EU-GMP medical cannabis distribution agreementsRegulatoryUK MHRA consults on unlicensed cannabis-based medicinal products frameworkStudyJAMA: cannabinoids in chemotherapy-induced nausea — systematic review updateBusinessCanopy Growth restructures European operations amid German market expansionRegulatorySwissmedic authorises additional medicinal cannabis product classificationsStudyIACM publishes 2026 international consensus on cannabinoid dosing in palliative careStudyLancet review: cannabinoids in chronic non-cancer pain — updated evidence synthesisRegulatoryGermany: BfArM publishes updated guidance on medicinal cannabis prescribingStudyNEJM: CBD adjunctive therapy in treatment-resistant epilepsy — long-term follow-upRegulatoryTGA Australia releases revised Special Access Scheme statisticsBusinessTilray and Aphria file expanded EU-GMP medical cannabis distribution agreementsRegulatoryUK MHRA consults on unlicensed cannabis-based medicinal products frameworkStudyJAMA: cannabinoids in chemotherapy-induced nausea — systematic review updateBusinessCanopy Growth restructures European operations amid German market expansionRegulatorySwissmedic authorises additional medicinal cannabis product classificationsStudyIACM publishes 2026 international consensus on cannabinoid dosing in palliative care
International Education

Advancing the Science of
Cannabinoid Medicine

International professional education covering cannabinoid science, clinical practice, evidence, and regulatory frameworks — for healthcare professionals, researchers and policy leaders worldwide.

12+
Faculty jurisdictions
20+
Accredited-track modules
9
Regulatory reviews
The Institute provides education only. It does not provide medical advice or supply medicinal cannabis products.
About the Institute

An independent international academy for cannabinoid medicine.

The Institute for Cannabinoid Therapy is an independent international educational organisation bringing together clinicians, scientists and regulatory experts from multiple jurisdictions. Together, they build a rigorous, evidence-based curriculum that advances the safe and responsible practice of cannabinoid therapeutics.

International
Faculty and members across every populated continent.
Independent
Non-commercial curriculum, free of industry influence.
Evidence-based
Grounded in current science and clinical trial data.
Practitioner-first
Built for the clinical and regulatory realities of practice.
Why Study Cannabinoid Medicine

A rapidly evolving field that demands rigour.

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  • 01
    Rapid scientific development

    The evidence base for cannabinoid therapeutics is expanding at unprecedented pace.

  • 02
    Increasing clinical interest

    Patients and colleagues are asking informed questions in every specialty.

  • 03
    Changing international regulation

    Regulatory landscapes are shifting across most major jurisdictions.

  • 04
    Evidence-based education

    Rigorous appraisal is essential to separate signal from noise.

  • 05
    Patient safety first

    Understanding benefits, limitations, contraindications and interactions.

Learning Pathway

A structured route from foundations to mastery.

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Step 01 · Foundations

Foundations Program: Introduction to Cannabinoid Therapy

A structured introduction to cannabinoid science, pharmacology, and clinical fundamentals for healthcare practitioners.

  • Endocannabinoid System
  • Medicinal Cannabis
  • Cannabinoid Pharmacology
  • CBD Fundamentals
Program
USD $500
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Step 02 · Advanced Modules

Individual specialised modules

Focused, self-paced modules across pharmacology, cannabinoids and clinical indications.

  • Endocannabinoid System
  • Medicinal Cannabis Fundamentals
  • Minor Cannabinoids
  • Terpenes
  • CBD In Depth
  • CBD + THC Combination Therapy
  • + five further modules
Per module
USD $100
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Step 03 · Masterclasses

Advanced live masterclasses

Premium live teaching on pain, complex cases, emerging research, expert panels, regulation and clinical pearls.

  • Pain Management
  • Complex Clinical Cases
  • Emerging Research
  • Expert Panel Discussions
  • International Regulatory Updates
  • Clinical Pearls
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USD $750
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Professional Membership

A global community for practising professionals.

Members join a network of clinicians and researchers with year-round access to education, discussion and expert-led events.

  • Course discounts
  • Monthly webinars
  • Journal club
  • Research updates
  • Regulatory intelligence
  • Discussion forums
  • Expert interviews
  • Member-only masterclasses
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Regulatory Intelligence

International regulatory landscape reviews.

Continually updated educational reviews comparing prescribing frameworks, product access, practitioner responsibilities and evolving evidence across major jurisdictions.

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Australia

TGA Special Access and Authorised Prescriber pathways; unregistered medicine framework.

United States

Federal vs. state divergence; FDA-approved cannabinoids and state-level medical programs.

Canada

Health Canada Cannabis Regulations and prescribing under the Access to Cannabis for Medical Purposes framework.

United Kingdom

Unlicensed specials on the NHS and private specialist prescribing under Schedule 2.

Germany

BfArM oversight, statutory insurance reimbursement and evolving pharmacy dispensing rules.

Italy

Ministry of Health authorisation, regional access pathways and magistral preparations.

Switzerland

Swissmedic regulation, recent legal reforms and physician-led access schemes.

New Zealand

Medicinal Cannabis Scheme, minimum quality standards and prescribing responsibilities.

South America

Comparative overview of frameworks across Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Chile and Uruguay.

Regulations change frequently. Practitioners remain responsible for understanding and complying with local laws applicable to their jurisdiction and scope of practice.

Faculty

A truly international faculty.

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Dr. Isabella Moreno
Spain
MD, PhD · Neuropharmacology

Cannabinoid receptor pharmacology researcher with two decades in translational neuroscience.

ECSNeuropharmacologyTranslational research
International Faculty
JW
Prof. James Whitaker
United Kingdom
MBBS, FRCP · Pain Medicine

Consultant pain physician and honorary professor; clinical trial investigator in cannabinoid analgesia.

Chronic painClinical trialsPrescribing
International Faculty
AR
Dr. Anika Rao
Australia
MBBS, FACRRM · General Practice

Rural GP and clinical educator with a focus on responsible prescribing and patient safety frameworks.

Primary carePatient safetyEducation
International Faculty
ML
Dr. Marc Lévesque
Canada
PharmD · Clinical Pharmacology

Hospital pharmacist and lecturer; author of national cannabinoid formulary guidance.

PharmacologyDrug interactionsFormulary
International Faculty
SB
Dr. Sofia Bernardi
Italy
MD · Palliative Medicine

Palliative care physician contributing to European clinical guidance on cannabinoid therapeutics.

Palliative careGuidelinesEthics
International Faculty
KR
Prof. Klaus Reinhardt
Germany
MD, PhD · Regulatory Science

Advisor on European regulatory frameworks for medicinal cannabis and cannabinoid research.

RegulationPolicyPharmacovigilance
International Faculty
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Ready to advance your practice in cannabinoid medicine?

Enrol in the Foundations Program or explore individual modules. Membership unlocks year-round education, community and regulatory intelligence.